Introducing Young ReadersĮven as a girl she was breaking boundaries-she was only the second female employee ever to work at the museum! As well as introducing young readers to cutting-edge scientific research and discoveries, this book also shows that there really are no limits to what you can do if you put your mind to it.Īlong with the challenge of running an animal collection while all the male staff were off fighting World War I, Joan also fought against sexism and prejudice – proving that anything is possible if you stay focused on your dreams. As a child she developed a deep fascination with reptiles and amphibians, which eventually led her to become Curator of Reptiles at the Natural History Museum in London. Joan Procter’s life was full of incredible accomplishments. Written for readers aged 8 to 12, this is an excellent introduction to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) for children. Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles by Patricia Valdez is a nonfiction book that tells the inspiring story of Joan Procter – a pioneering female scientist who shattered barriers to become a major force in her field.
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